What contracts does National Institutes of Health award?

National Institutes of Health awards government contracts across various categories. Browse contract opportunities from this agency.

How do I do business with National Institutes of Health?

To do business with National Institutes of Health, start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

Who are the top contractors for National Institutes of Health?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from National Institutes of Health in the contractors tab . You can filter by contract value, NAICS code, and set-aside type to find relevant competitors and potential teaming partners.

What set-aside programs does National Institutes of Health use?

National Institutes of Health uses 1 different set-aside program, including Total Small Business Set-Aside (SBIR/STTR mandate, < 500 employees). These programs reserve a portion of contracts for qualifying businesses. View the set-aside breakdown on the agency overview.

What does National Institutes of Health do?

The National Institutes of Health focuses on advancing biomedical and clinical research to improve public health outcomes. Its strategic priorities emphasize precision medicine, the development of novel therapeutics, and the study of complex diseases including Alzheimer's, muscular dystrophy, and type 1 diabetes. The agency prioritizes translational research, clinical trial infrastructure, and the acceleration of health equity for underserved populations, such as Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander communities. Key initiatives also include the integration of multimodal AI into medical research and the support of career development for clinician and research scientists. Procurement patterns are heavily weighted toward research and development services across the physical, engineering, and life sciences, with a significant emphasis on biotechnology. The agency frequently procures specialized scientific consulting, administrative management services, and professional development training. Additionally, the agency invests in the procurement of electromedical apparatus, surgical instruments, and computing infrastructure to support shared-use biomedical research facilities and data-intensive scientific discovery. The agency primarily targets vendors within NAICS categories related to scientific research and development, biotechnology, and management consulting. There is a demonstrated preference for utilizing Small Business Administration set-asides to diversify its vendor base. Industry partners typically include academic institutions, private research laboratories, and specialized technical consultants capable of executing complex clinical trials and high-level scientific analysis. Operating as part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the agency manages a broad organizational scope that integrates laboratory research with clinical application. Its procurement structure supports a wide array of scientific endeavors, ranging from custom computer programming and data processing to the maintenance of specialized research facilities.

How do I find contracts from National Institutes of Health?

You can find contracts from National Institutes of Health on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

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National Institutes of Health

Part of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

The National Institutes of Health focuses on advancing biomedical and clinical research to improve public health outcomes. Its strategic priorities emphasize precision medicine, the development of novel therapeutics, and the study of complex diseases including Alzheimer's, muscular dystrophy, and type 1 diabetes.

National Institutes of Health is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. It currently has 8 open contract opportunities.

National Institutes of Health

Part of U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

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Recent National Institutes of Health Contracts

Specialized Research Training & Mentorship Services

Research Administration & Grant Management Support

Laboratory Equipment & Consumables Supply

Scientific Software & Data Analysis Subscriptions

Genomic Data Analysis & Bioinformatics Support

Biobank & Sample Management Services

Clinical Coordination & Patient Recruitment

Specialized Training/Workshop Facilitation

Educational Program Administration & Coordination

Specialized Research Equipment & Lab Supplies

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Leadership and vacancies

Recent National Institutes of Health Contracts

Specialized Research Training & Mentorship Services

Research Administration & Grant Management Support

Laboratory Equipment & Consumables Supply

Scientific Software & Data Analysis Subscriptions

Genomic Data Analysis & Bioinformatics Support

Biobank & Sample Management Services

Clinical Coordination & Patient Recruitment

Specialized Training/Workshop Facilitation

Educational Program Administration & Coordination

Specialized Research Equipment & Lab Supplies

Search all National Institutes of Health contracts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does National Institutes of Health do?

What contracts does National Institutes of Health award?

How do I do business with National Institutes of Health?

Who are the top contractors for National Institutes of Health?

What set-aside programs does National Institutes of Health use?

Recently Posted by National Institutes of Health